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Historical Weather in Japan

Look up 55+ years of weather history for any date across Japan.

Climate Overview

Japan stretches across multiple climate zones, from the subarctic north of Hokkaido to the subtropical south of Okinawa. The country has a pronounced rainy season (tsuyu) in June-July affecting most of the main islands. Typhoon season runs from August through October.

Winter (Dec-Feb)

Cold in the north with heavy snow on the Sea of Japan side. Tokyo is dry and cool.

Spring (Mar-May)

Cherry blossom season moves north through the country. Mild and increasingly warm.

Summer (Jun-Aug)

Hot and humid with a rainy season in June-July. Temperatures often exceed 95°F.

Autumn (Sep-Nov)

Comfortable temperatures with fall foliage. Typhoons possible through October.

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